The Allied Arts Council has announced a list of things to do during the month of May surrounding the arts.

Art gallery hosting opening and book launch party

The Glass Eye Gallery at Tobiason Studio is hosting an art opening/book launch party for local artists and authors with refreshments from Just Desserts and door prizes. Tobiason Studio is offering a Mother’s Day project during the party as well.

May 2, 12 – 4 p.m.
Glass Eye Gallery at Tobiason Stained Glass Studio, 302 S. 8th
816-676-1077
Free.

Carmen

A Missouri Western Opera Production, Susan Carter, Director. La Trageide de Carmen from the Opera by George Bizet.

Restoration Project Church, 117 Francis
May 1 & 2: 7:30 p.m.
May 3: 3 p.m.
$10 suggested donation

Kid’s Media Mix-Up

Put your imagination to work by using different mediums to create unique artwork. With a new project each week, students will construct, paint, and assemble projects ranging from sculptures, paintings, prints, and mixed pieces. Ages 6-10

4:30-6 p.m.– Tuesday’s
Albrecht-Kemper Museum of Art
816-233-7003
$12/class or $60 punch card = 6 classes

World War II Victory Gala

Join the National Military Heritage Museum for a Victory in Europe Day fundraising event in honor of the 70th anniversary.

May 8, 5 -10 p.m.
National Military Heritage Museum, 701 Messanie
816-233-4321
$15-20

Central High School’s Night of Jazz

The Central High School Jazz Band will perform. They will feature guest artist, Jason Riley, on guitar. A BBQ meal can be purchased as well as other concessions at this event. Doors open and meals served at 6:30 p.m. Music starts at 7 p.m.

May 9, 6:30 p.m.
Brookdale Student Ministries
816-344-3543
Suggested donation of $3 for students and $5 for adults

Mother’s Day at the Mansion

Museum Hill Neighborhood Association members, dressed in turn of the century costume, host a delightful gourmet buffet. Live period music, horse-drawn carriage tours of the neighborhood, and booklet about the surrounding architecture complete the package.

Adults $50/each; children 12 and under- $30 each
Limited seating. Prepaid reservations only.